Jorge Salazar, MD
Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital / University of Texas Health

Dr. Jorge Salazar serves as co-director of the Children’s Heart Center at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, concurrent with his faculty appointment as professor and chief of the Division of Pediatric Cardiovascular Surgery and the McGovern Distinguished Chair at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston. 

Board certified in thoracic and cardiac surgery and congenital cardiac surgery, Dr. Salazar is committed to finding hope for his patients. He utilizes innovative techniques and advanced treatment options to help children and adults with even the most complex heart problems. His clinical interests include building a comprehensive congenital heart program that offers innovative solutions for newborns with complex conditions, takes on the most challenging cases, and strives to deliver the best possible outcomes. Early in his career, Dr. Salazar aided in the development of a comprehensive neonatal heart center in his role as chief of Congenital Heart Surgery at The University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio. 

Virtual Research Reception: June 19 from 4-6 p.m. Central 

HOPE THAT OFFERS SOLUTIONS: The Biventricular Repair—An Alternative for Traditional Treatment Methods for Single Ventricle Patients 

Register here: https://event.gives/salazar